Inspired by illustrator Marz Jr., 5th grade students will look at pictures of skyscrapers and create a retro line drawing of their observations. I love that this project touches on one-point... Learn More
Drawing from observation is the focus in this lesson that has been inspired by collections of natural specimens. You can either bring in natural objects for students to choose from... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by the beautifully delicate luna moth, is a beautiful exploration of drawing from observation and color usage. Using one of the three included handouts, students will draw... Learn More
This still life lesson, inspired by the paintings of French artist Georges Rouault, is one of my favorite art lessons for kids because it combines a couple of my favorite... Learn More
I’ve been teaching this watercolor duck lesson since I first began teaching. In this lesson, students create an observational drawing of a duck from a photograph and then use a... Learn More
If students were completing art projects in a sketchbook, my hope was that they would: – Take more pride in their work – Be able to see their efforts throughout... Learn More
Don’t let the simple materials of this lesson, inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris fool you, it is still a showstopper. In this lesson, students will create a symmetrical... Learn More
These fun, quirky birds are full of character and your fifth graders will enjoy customizing their own. In this lesson, students can either draw from observation or use the included... Learn More
This drawing lesson gives your fifth grade students a great opportunity to practice drawing from observation. Using the included color mixing worksheet, students can practice making the perfect colors to... Learn More
This lesser flamingo lesson starts with using line and shape to draw this instantly recognizable species of bird. Students will then enjoy creating tints of pink to paint their flamingo... Learn More
Lions are striking because of their grand size and majestic appearance. Students will start this watercolor lion lesson by drawing their majestic lion from observation using a source image. As... Learn More
This vibrant lesson is part observation drawing and part creative pattern-making, which makes it a great choice for sixth graders who want to create realistic representations, but also want to... Learn More
With this Magellanic penguin lesson, you can teach your students step-by-stop instructions on how to use watercolor and a little white acrylic paint to make a beautiful ocean beach scene... Learn More
This swimming sea turtle is an exercise in observation drawing that your sixth grade students are bound to enjoy. In this lesson, students will create a blended chalk background, with... Learn More
This lesson, featuring the iconic Colosseam in Rome, Italy, is both an exercise in detailed line work and loose painting. Students have the choice to draw the Colosseum either from... Learn More
Toucans are always a captivating subject for students because of their bright colors and large bills. In this lesson, students will practive their observational drawing skills while drawing their toucans.... Learn More
This majestic moose is a great opportunity for your seventh graders to practice their observation drawings using simple materials. In addition, students have the option to create a composite image... Learn More
This painterly landscape depicts iconic Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, with the choice of several typical African trees in the foreground. In this lesson, students will combine observation drawing and... Learn More